Bioinformatics is considered by many to be the integration of biology and computer science. The Master’s Program in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology is designed to provide students with the high-quality training and education that prepares them for careers in science, industry and health care. The program’s curriculum has been designed accordingly and provides the theoretical background, practical training and, with the completion of the internship, the “real-life” experience to pursue these goals. The Bioinformatics program has been developed to provide a novel interdisciplinary and concentrated program of study that is designed for students interested in either future doctoral or professional programs or industrial applications. The program integrates several disciplines, including bioinformatics, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, genomics, mathematics, computer science and engineering, epidemiology and biostatistics, biomedical engineering and biomedical ethics to provide a solid educational foundation. The rigorous program allows students to demonstrate their full academic ability for future graduate programs or employment opportunities. The interdisciplinary program promotes the broad intellectual focus required of future graduate students in bioinformatics. The courses integrate modern teaching methods with extensive student participation designed to improve their oral and presentation skills that are critical to their future professional development.